Childcare on Domestic Premises, Full day care in Cambridgeshire

Report for childcare on domestic premises

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Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is good

Children benefit from a well-thought-out curriculum that excites and motivates them to learn. They arrive happy and eager to access the variety of resources and planned activities available to them. Children have developed close relationships with the staff and other children in the setting. Babies seek and welcome comfort from staff when upset or tired. Older children are confident to share photographs from their activities at home and tell their friends all about their Halloween costumes at circle time. They do so with a big smile on their face. Children enjoy the praise they receive, which helps to develop their positive self-esteem.

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The provision is good

Children behave very well. They listen to staff and are patient as they wait their turn during activities. Children are kind and are encouraged to acknowledge each other's achievements. For example, they clap each other when they finish a challenging music and movement activity. Children demonstrate familiarity with the rules and routines of the day, and their independence is consistently encouraged. This starts from a young age, with babies collecting their own lunch bags and drink bottles before finding a seat at the table. Older children use the toilet independently and are beginning to develop other self-care skills before starting school, such as dressing themselves for outdoor play.

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n Children have good opportunities to develop their mathematical skills in a variety of ways. Through songs, older children learn to count forwards and backwards from 10. Children hear mathematical language as they play. Staff use words such as 'short' and 'tall' as they help children to build a tower of bricks. n Staff provide a language-rich environment. They talk to children constantly throughout the day. Children are confident to speak and communicate their thoughts in both small- and large-group activities. In a discussion about fireworks, children are introduced to exciting new words such as 'zoom', 'explode', 'bang' and 'crackle' to help strengthen their vocabulary. n Staff demonstrate a deep understanding of the personalities and learning needs of the children in their care. They always consider what they need to learn next when planning a range of interesting activities. However, on occasions, some

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staff do not adapt their teaching skills effectively to ensure that the most-able children's learning is extended. n Children develop positive attitudes to learning and are keen to be involved and have a go. They enjoy exploring the construction area, building their own ramps and towers with the materials provided. Children show good concentration as they carefully thread fruit on a stick to make their 'firework' fruit kebab. Outside, they try hard to squeeze the lever on a bottle to squirt water at a target. n Staff assess children's progress, helping them to build on what they already

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2 November 2021 know and can do. This includes a clear, targeted approach for children who require additional support. Staff work closely with parents to meet their children's needs. They are quick to recognise and seek support from other professionals where needed, to help children achieve to the best of their ability. n Staff support children to develop their good health and well-being. They provide healthy snacks for children to eat and plan activities, such as dentist role play, that promote their understanding of oral health. There are daily opportunities for physical play and time spent in the fresh air. n The manager monitors the practice of her staff. They regularly reflect on what is working well and identify areas for improvement. The manager provides good support and professional development opportunities to help enhance staff's teaching skills and confidence. n There is constant communication with parents about their children's time in the

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setting and the progress they are making. Parents appreciate the help and support they receive. They feel that staff regularly go above and beyond what is expected of them and that their children are happy and well cared for.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

Staff understand their responsibilities to protect children in their care and keep them safe from harm. They work closely with other professionals involved in the children's lives where required. Staff are alert to possible signs and symptoms of abuse and know how to report their concerns about adults and children to the appropriate authorities. They attend regular safeguarding training to keep their knowledge refreshed.

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should:

n implement more ways to offer challenge for the most-able children to consistently extend their learning

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY551474 Local authority Cambridgeshire Inspection number 10174065 Type of provision Childcare on domestic premises Registers Early Years Register Day care type Full day care

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inspection

Total number of places 20 Number of children on roll 23

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reference number

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Sally Day Care Childcare For Under 5's registered in 2017 and is located in Whittlesey, Peterborough. The setting employs four members of childcare staff, all of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3. It opens from Monday to Thursday during term time only. Sessions are from 8am until 4pm. The setting provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the manager and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector undertook a learning walk with the manager to find out about the setting and the children who attend. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n A joint observation was completed and evaluated with the manager. n The inspector held a meeting with the manager. She looked at relevant documentation, including evidence of the suitability of staff working in the setting. n The inspector spoke to a small selection of parents to gain their views and took account of written feedback.

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We carried out this inspection under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children's learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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